2009 Acura TL vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
